Tenaya Tarifa

The major difference is that the TARIFA is slightly stiffer in the forefoot and heel, allowing greater force to be transmitted through the toes when using tiny edges, but still flexible enough in the midsole for marginal smears.

These climbing shoes are perfect for vertical walls and for routes requiring demanding foot placements. Like all our models in the Aerial Plus range though, the TARIFA’s curved shape and advanced toe-box means it is also a star performer on overhanging walls.

There are no unnecessary gimmicks on the TARIFA — everything has a function. From the tubular construction lining and perforated micro-fibre outer giving added breathability, to the seamless bellows tongue made from advanced materials, everything comes together to create a shoe which is precise yet superbly comfortable and easy to use.

All the advantages of a lace-up shoe but with added technical features such as a fitted internal sock which feels like a second skin and provides exceptional levels of comfort and control.

In order to achieve maximum performance in every situation, from micro edges to sloping heel hooks, the TARIFA uses different rubber formulations for different parts of the shoe.